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Is Canada Ready to Compete for Influence in Africa?
In today’s episode of the Expert Series, moderator Benjamin Ofosu-Atuahene talks with Dr. David Black, Dr. Marie-Joelle Zahar, Dr. Yolande Bouka, and Dr. Andrew Grant about the highs and lows of Canada’s Africa Strategy.
Amidst talk of Canada diversifying its alliances, Canada’s Africa Strategy sets the scene for potential expansion of Canada’s relationships. An opportunity arises for Canada to do its part in creating global security; Africa, rich with natural resources, could lead to a more green and secure future.
Topics to note include Canada-Africa relations, regional specificity of…
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